Juan Alejandro Troost
About Juan Alejandro Troost
Juan Alejandro Troost serves as the Senior Director of Business Strategy and Operations and Chief of Staff to the CEO at Kite Pharma, a position he has held since 2020. He has over 20 years of experience in various industries, with a strong background in management consulting, corporate sales, and engineering.
Work at Kite Pharma
Juan Alejandro Troost has been serving as the Senior Director of Business Strategy & Operations and Chief of Staff to the CEO at Kite Pharma since 2020. His role involves overseeing strategic initiatives and operational management to support the company's objectives in the biotechnology sector. Based in Santa Monica, California, Troost has contributed to the company's growth and operational efficiency during his tenure.
Previous Experience
Before joining Kite Pharma, Troost held various significant positions. He worked at Acoustic as the Director of the Transformation Management Office from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, he served as the Central American Strategic Projects Regional Manager at Walmart from 2008 to 2011. He also held the role of Treasury & Trade Solutions Sales Head - Vice President at Citi from 2011 to 2013 and worked as a Management Consultant at Deloitte from 2017 to 2019.
Education and Expertise
Troost earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cornell University, focusing on Private Equity and Entrepreneurship. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute. His educational background is complemented by studies at Tufts University and the Cornell Johnson Graduate School of Management, where he further developed his expertise in business strategy and management.
Background
With over 20 years of comprehensive business experience, Troost has worked across various industries in both corporate and entrepreneurial settings in the United States and Latin America. His background includes management consulting, corporate sales, program management, business development, commercialization, engineering, and product development. He possesses leadership experience in cross-functional settings, managing multiple teams and driving operational change.
Leadership and Skills
Troost has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities throughout his career. He has a proven ability to manage teams effectively and deliver business growth. His skills encompass strategic planning, operational management, and project execution, which have been essential in his roles across different organizations.